Boating Information
Yacht and Boat is a great resource for anyone looking for the right boat advice.
If you are looking for boating information, are interested in learning more about boating in general, are thinking about going boating, or would like to discover boating the page links below contain broad information on a wide variety of boating topics.
Whether you are an experienced mariner or just learning the ropes, there is interesting boating information here for everyone.
Go boating – there’s no better way to spend time with family and friends
Our aim at Yacht and Boat is to take some of the confusion out of boating by providing basic boat advice resources as well as a marine directory for additional information.
As a prospective boat owner – your best resources are a reputable, ethical boat dealer, your State Industry body, your State Government body and your own research.
This section does not constitute as professional or legal advice and should act as a general information only. Please read our site terms and conditions for more information.
If you’re an aspiring boat enthusiast, you’ll find boating information on obtaining a boat licence through to tips on choosing a boat, registering a boat and links to where you can obtain the professional training you need to give you confidence on the water.
So, if you’re thinking of a runabout, inflatable, kayak or personal watercraft – or perhaps you have your sights set on a luxurious sailing or fishing watercraft – there’s tips here for all Australians.
There are a few ways to get your feet wet. Some ideas you might like to consider are…
Hire a boat
Attend a Boating ‘Open Day’
Go to your nearest Boat Show
Visit your local yacht or boat club
Ask a friend to take you out on their boat
Get in touch with a reputable Boat Broker for a test sail, advice and information.
What’s next?
Getting a boat licence
Choosing your boat
Registering your boat
Stebercraft on Show at NSW Parliament House
Alan Steber recently represented Stebercraft and the Boating Industry by exhibiting in the Hunter Manufacturing and Engineering Showcase held in NSW Parliament House.
Mercury sweeps Rouen 24 hour Classic
Mercury Marine has dominated the 49th annual 24 Hours of Rouen endurance powerboat race –powering the top nine finishers! Once again some 400,000 spectators lined the banks of the River Seine in the French city of Rouen
Tonic Eyewear joins Bar Crusher at Boat Show
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Maritimo records stellar start to the boat show calendar
Leading luxury boat manufacturer Maritimo is confident its strong start to the southern hemisphere’s 2012 boat show calendar will continue at the upcoming Sydney International event.
Garmin Arrives at a Milestone with 100 Million Products Sold
Garmin, recently announced that it has sold more than 100 million of its products to motorists, pilots, boaters, runners, cyclists, golfers, hikers, hunters, and geocachers – who all depend on Garmin to help show the way.
Australian Sailors Win Four Gold Medals on Olympic Waters
Australian sailors have won four gold and a silver medal on the final day of the 2012 Skandia Sail for Gold Regatta, the last event in Weymouth ahead of next month’s London 2012 Olympic Games.